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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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